Postcode Analysis Walsall, West Midlands

THRESHERS DRIVE, WV12 4AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THRESHERS DRIVE, WV12 4AL.

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Population

265

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 35,400 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: WV12 4AL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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7/10
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4/10
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7/10
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2/10
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6/10
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2/10
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2/10
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5/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 61% owner-occupation and average age 48, WV12 4AL has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £128k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WV12 4AL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Threshers Drive, 0.4km from Short Heath in Willenhall. Administratively it sits within Short Heath ward and the Walsall North constituency.

For families considering a move, WV12 4AL represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £128k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for WV12 4AL are sourced from Output Area E00052441 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WV12 4AL. The average age is 47.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.6%
Asian / British Asian1.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.8%
Other / Mixed2.7%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 5%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 127,000

3 sales · Mean £ 127,333

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

WV12 4AL has low crime rates — 29 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences42
Criminal damage and arson17
Vehicle crime13
Other theft5
Possession of weapons5

school Local Schools

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Woodlands Academy of Learning

Good457 pupils0.3 km
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Old Hall School

Good103 pupils0.6 km
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New Leaf Centre

Requires Improvement62 pupils0.6 km
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Rosedale Church of England C Infant School

Good254 pupils0.6 km
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Lane Head Nursery School

Outstanding86 pupils0.6 km
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Willenhall E-ACT Academy

Requires Improvement842 pupils0.7 km
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Short Heath Junior School

Good261 pupils0.7 km
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New Invention Junior School

Outstanding358 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • The Homestead0.8 km
  • United Kingdom Inn0.3 km
  • Duke Of Cambridge0.4 km
  • Short Heath Liberal Club0.3 km
  • The Bridge Tavern0.4 km
  • + 6 more
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Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Pizza by Carlos0.9 km
  • Golden Gate Chinese & Cantonese Take1.0 km
  • Lane Head Balti0.5 km
  • Chip Stop0.7 km
  • Spice Corner (Restaurant in Bridge Tavern Pub)0.4 km
  • + 3 more
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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Harding Pharmacy0.8 km
  • M P General Store & Off Licence0.7 km
  • Shop Life Style0.9 km
  • Nisa0.8 km
  • Bains0.5 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • One Stop0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Coco Deluxe Ltd0.9 km
  • Eat Fresh0.6 km
  • Dizzy Kidz0.5 km
  • Renzo's Desserts Ltd0.8 km
  • Chilli Peppers1.0 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bloxwich Station2.1 km
  • Bloxwich North2.6 km
  • Walsall3.8 km